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Home » Recipes » Dinner Recipes » Marinated Broccoli, Tomato & Mozzarella salad

Marinated Broccoli, Tomato & Mozzarella salad

October 8, 2012 by Alida Ryder 5 Comments

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Marinated Broccoli, tomato & mozzarella salad

Summer is in full force in Pretoria at the moment. The sky is brilliant blue, the Jacaranda trees are sporting brand new purple blooms and it is already ridiculously hot. When the season changes, people swarm to the gym and healthy food is a priority once more. And this glorious weather also inspires me to eat lighter, healthier food.

Marinated Broccoli, tomato & mozzarella salad

This salad is one of my staples at the moment. I eat it for lunch on its own or as an accessory to grilled meat for dinner.

Marinated Broccoli, tomato & mozzarella salad   Marinated Broccoli, tomato & mozzarella salad

I like to marinate the tomatoes and bocconcini (mozzarella) while the broccoli is steaming to really allow the flavours to mingle and when the broccoli is just tender and still beautifully green, I remove it from the steamer, drop it into ice water to cool it down and to allow it to keep that stunning colour and then add it to the tomatoes and cheese. I allow it to marinate for up to 3 hours before serving.

Marinated Broccoli, tomato & mozzarella salad

The lemon works wonders on both the bocconcini and the broccoli and the tomato juices along with the olive oil and lemon create this stunning dressing/marinade which is pure perfection in my opinion. When I’m in the mood for a bit of heat, I like to add a few flakes of smoked chilli to the dressing but most often I leave it as is. I also use fresh cracked white pepper instead of black pepper because I feel its flavour is less intrusive and not so overpowering. And thinking about it now, I think this would be fab tossed through some cooked penne for a light pasta salad. And of course, it’s perfect for Meatless Monday.

Marinated Broccoli, tomato & mozzarella salad

(The amounts given below are just a guideline. I have listed the amounts that I find easiest in the shops. If your tomatoes come in 500g containers, feel free to use all of them. Amend the recipe for your convenience and just taste as you go to make sure everything has a sharp lemony tang.)

Marinated Broccoli, tomato & mozzarella salad

Marinated Broccoli, Tomato & Mozzarella salad

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Course: Salad
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 -6
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

  • 500 g broccoli florets
  • 250 g bocconcini small mozzarella balls, drained
  • 400 g cherry tomatoes halved/quartered

for the dressing

  • juice of 2 lemons
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • smoked salt & white pepper to taste
  • smoked chilli flakes optional

Instructions

  • Slice the bocconcini into quarters and place in a large bowl with the tomatoes.
  • Mix all the dressing ingredients and pour over the tomatoes and bocconcini.
  • Steam the broccoli for 7-10 minutes until just cooked (stems should be firm but easily pierced by a knife) and place into a bowl with ice water to cool down. Drain well and add to the tomatoes and bocconcini.
  • Allow to marinade for 20 minutes up to 3 hours.
  • Serve at room temperature.

 

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  1. petro

    November 4, 2012 at 10:58 PM

    What is smoked salt? and where do i get it?

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    • Alida Ryder

      November 6, 2012 at 8:40 AM

      Petro, you can find smoked salt from most supermarkets. Look out for the Maldon brand. That’s my favourite one.

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  2. Tamarai

    October 17, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    That looks superb! I am so going to give it a shot.

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    • Alida Ryder

      October 17, 2012 at 3:29 PM

      Definitely one of my favourites at the moment Tamarai!

      Reply
  3. gloeiwurmpie

    October 8, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    Awesome! Perfect for the Moomie Nativa healthy living challenge! Thanks!

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